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The Refuge Of God’s Presence

Aug 28, 2024 by Percy Parakh

1.  God Is Our Refuge (Psalm 91:1-6)

2.  God Is Our Protector (Psalm 91:7-12)

3.  God Is Our Deliverer (Psalm 91:13-16)

Psalm 91 New King James Version

Safety of Abiding in the Presence of God

91 He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High
Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.
2 I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress;
My God, in Him I will trust.”

3 Surely He shall deliver you from the snare of the [a]fowler
And from the perilous pestilence.
4 He shall cover you with His feathers,
And under His wings you shall take refuge;
His truth shall be your shield and [b]buckler.
5 You shall not be afraid of the terror by night,
Nor of the arrow that flies by day,
6 Nor of the pestilence that walks in darkness,
Nor of the destruction that lays waste at noonday.

7 A thousand may fall at your side,
And ten thousand at your right hand;
But it shall not come near you.
8 Only with your eyes shall you look,
And see the reward of the wicked.

9 Because you have made the Lord, who is my refuge,
Even the Most High, your dwelling place,
10 No evil shall befall you,
Nor shall any plague come near your dwelling;
11 For He shall give His angels charge over you,
To keep you in all your ways.
12 In their hands they shall [c]bear you up,
Lest you [d]dash your foot against a stone.
13 You shall tread upon the lion and the cobra,
The young lion and the serpent you shall trample underfoot.

14 “Because he has set his love upon Me, therefore I will deliver him;
I will [e]set him on high, because he has known My name.
15 He shall call upon Me, and I will answer him;
I will be with him in trouble;
I will deliver him and honor him.
16 With [f]long life I will satisfy him,
And show him My salvation.”

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The Refuge Of God’s Presence

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Taking Refuge

May 10, 2021 by Percy Parakh

Taking Refuge

In the medieval world, farmers would care for their crops until an enemy appeared on the horizon. Then they would flee with their families to their fortified city for protection from the marauders.

The city of Carcassonne has been a refuge for generations. Built in the 5th century BC, this stone fortress has provided protection for Romans, Gauls, Visigoths, Franks, and French. Its sprawling size and majestic watchtowers and battlements gave confidence to those hiding inside its protective walls.

As believers, we can *take refuge in the presence of the living God*. The book of Proverbs tells us: “The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe”. “The name of the Lord” refers to *God’s character” — abounding with faithfulness, power, and mercy. The term safe means “set on high out of danger.”

We all face threats at times that make us want to run for cover. Some seek security in material wealth or relationships. But the Christ-follower has a more secure refuge. “Because of who God is and what He can do for us, our best protection ultimately rests in Him.”

If you are facing a threat today, go to the Lord, who is a strong tower. You will find refuge in His care. – Dennis Fisher In the times of greatest struggle, When the angry billows roll, I can always find my Savior, Christ, the Refuge of my soul._ – Woodruff

“In good times and bad, God is our safe resting place.”
Stay Blessed My Friend